In short: ExcellentIn full: My first run on across the Yorkshire Wolds and loved it. A good few long hills to test you, especially the last climb at about 12 miles, some steep downhills, a grass section and great scenery. Well organised drinks and refreshments and a nice souvenir mug and parking well organised. Shame there wasn't more on-course support but thats just nit-picking. Will be back next year. Date of review: July 19, 2009

In short: Fantastic: I loved it.In full: I thought this was a brilliant half. What it lacked in speed potential, it more than made up for in scenery. Who wants to whip round a course as stunning as this??I really loved the 2 mile off road section. It broke the race up into managable chunks and it was simply beautiful, even if my trainers ended up stinking of sheep dung!Whilst the climbs were fairly long, they were not steep, although that last ascent between miles 11 and 12 felt a bit gruelling. Loved the downhill sprint at the end though, almost made up for it.Plenty of water/sponge stations and a nice mug as a memento. I would rank his as one of my favourite races.Date of review: July 18, 2009

In short: WowIn full: My second half, and first really hilly race at any distance, and first with major off-road bits, so was hoping for around PB + 10 mins - amazed therefore with my (unofficial) time of PB + 26 secs!I'd give it more for beginner-friendliness were it not for the challenging nature of the course.Only gripe was arriving at the first water station before the water - and could really have used it at the top of that first steep climb!Overall, really enjoyed it, even the somewhat changeable weather - was it just me, or was it always raining when coming downhill and blazing hot going up?See you next year.Date of review: July 21, 2008

In short: Great event - but very difficult course!In full: Thoroughly enjoyed it again. Seemed even harder this year and I was 2 minutes slower! Same lack of direction at same point as last year (see my comments below) but I knew the way this time! Only serious issue for the organisers to sort for next year was the first drink station at 4 miles which was just being set up half an hour into the race - so no drinks till 6 miles plus. Still a nice event and I'll do it again.Date of review: July 20, 2008

In short: Oh those hills!In full: I did this last year as part of a marathon training plan and managed 1:38. This year I was clearly not as well prepared as I found the first hills tough and the the next tougher. The down hill through the wood is great fun but the mud at the bottom of the hill just drained my legs. The two down pours kept me cool and I guess that I am not too unhappy with 1:43 (ish).Date of review: July 19, 2008

In short: Great challenging race.In full: Hardest half Ive done but proud to say I didnt walk any of it. Beautiful scenery. Well worth doing but probably wouldnt recommend it for a first half. Back next year and hope the beer tent is open;-)Date of review: July 23, 2007

In short: Fantastic race despite the weatherIn full: I was worried this was going to be cancelled but I'm really glad it wasn't. There was a really friendly atmosphere. This is one I will defo do again...it would be nice to do it with the show on next year!Date of review: July 23, 2007